Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 32.31 cm x 23.48 cm x 1.895 cm
Weight - 1.67 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black Platinum grey | Midnight blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
CPU No CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4415U / 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 2 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
RAM - 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-14IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IKB 81F4
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